Author: Ralph W. Meekins

If you were in a work-related car accident, you might be wondering how you’re going to cover the cost of your medical bills and other expenses that result from the accident. While workers who are injured in the workplace are typically eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits, what about workers…

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a noticeable impact on our daily lives in ways both large and small. Its effect has been especially strong on a specific subset of North Carolina residents: People looking to obtain or renew their driver’s license. Before the pandemic, state law required drivers who wanted…

Most of us who have been driving for a significant amount of time trust that our experience behind the wheel has made us better drivers. We understand the rules of the road and are comfortable driving in various conditions, whether at night, in inclement weather, or in heavy traffic. Still,…

Operating a business during the COVID-19 pandemic presents unique challenges for employers trying to protect their staff and customers. Bringing workers back to work safely during the pandemic requires adaptability and a commitment to ensuring your workplace is as safe as possible. Here, we will outline some steps you can…

Since the first mass-produced Model Ts became available in the early 1900s, car safety features have become increasingly sophisticated and widely adopted. Today, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) use specialized sensors, cameras, and onboard software to help drivers detect emergency situations and prevent accidents. But how much do these car…

Workers’ compensation is intended to provide benefits for employees who suffer a workplace injury or contract an occupational illness. With many workers in North Carolina facing exposure to COVID-19 in the workplace, some are wondering if they could be entitled to workers’ comp benefits if they fall ill. If you…

The ongoing COVID-19 epidemic has forced a significant shift in where work is performed across the U.S., with many more people working from home. While this undoubtedly has some benefits for workers, you can still be hurt or injured even when not in the office or on the jobsite. With…

Drivers are much more likely to die in a small car than a large one, according to a new study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The three-year study, which looked at driver fatalities that happened from 2015 through 2018, found that the size and weight of vehicles…

Two people have been ordered to pay $12 million dollars to the father of a 3 year old toddler who was brutally beaten to death in North Carolina. David Teddy, of Teddy, Meekins & Talbert, P.L.L.C., in Shelby, said that William Joseph McCullen, who lived with Jaylene Dumont, hit Dumont’s daughter in the…

Large truck accident fatalities have increased steadily in recent years, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the National Law Review report. Combine over 80,000 pounds of metal with negligence, speeding, poor vehicle maintenance, or other contributing factors, and the results can only be disastrous for anyone unlucky enough to be involved….